About last night
Rodge joined me for a wine tasting with The Alliance Française de Chicago and that was a very nice surprise . He was very sweet and romantic and it was everything I needed! ( decade long relationships need sparks my dears)
Turns out Rodge loves Tavels and I love Bordeaux when it comes to French Rosè wines! But after learning more I need to get my hands on a really good Savoie . I think the Savoie is going to be the very Rosè that was made for Sam!
Bastille Day is soon approaching, and even if you're not in France, all you lovely Francophiles can still party like it's 1789. Le quatorze juillet, better known among English speakers as Bastille Day, is a time to come together to commemorate the Storming of the Bastille as well as the Fête de la Fédération, the celebration of the unity of the French nation during the Revolution, in 1790. Between the French military parade down the Champs-Elysées, air shows in the Parisian skies, fireworks shows that light up the Eiffel Tower, and the many festivities in cities around the world, there are plenty of ways to celebrate La Fête Nation.
If you have plans to throw your own soirée to honor the holiday, here's a roundup of delicious Bastille Day dishes. They are just perfect for a lovely meal at home too any night of the week. I hope to encourage you to experiment a bit with the french way …..go frenching yourself so-to-speak! LOL!
Read MoreChef quality French food delivered to your door with Cuisinery Food Market?! Oui, please!
With a strong experience in the professional kitchens for decades, purveying fine ingredients for renowned chefs across the country, Cuisinery Food Market now offers chef-inspired cuisine to home cooks and food enthusiasts across the country. They are offering a wide (and delicious) selection of frozen and dry goods products, and never compromise quality or taste.
Read MoreCounting down the minutes until Friday and not just because I have a weekend with zero obligations ahead of me but because Netflix's gentleman thief Assane Diop ( the gorgeous brilliant Omar Sy) is back this summer for Lupin Season 2 and I will most definitely be binging all 5 new episodes Friday night.
Read MoreThe most beautiful delivery from from DEGRENNE arrived and I just had to take you on this unboxing journey with me for #FrenchFridaysWithGFY. DEGRENNE and brilliant French designer Philippe Starck cleverly designed porcelain tablewear.
It’s all inspired by Starck’s grandmother, who used to cover her food-laden bowls with plates “to keep the bees and greedy hands away.”
Les Beaux Petits Chiens ❤️ 🐾 🥐
I love being their maman!
( my sweet sweet rescue pups Melvin and Henry looking so dapper in their berets with their croissants painted by an Animal Aid Tulsa volunteer for a fundraiser )
The Basque cuisine is generous, delightful, and full of character. Delicious tastes and flavors from the countryside and the sea... and Restaurant Basque here in Tulsa is alluring , intriguing and so elegant and sophisticated just like it’s owner-Amelia!
We now have a little slice of San Sebastien right here in downtown Tulsa. Restaurant Basque is just the loveliest of places inspired by The Basque region which is famous for its beaches, ancient culture, and free-spirited people! Dishes at Restaurant Basque are meant to be shared and enjoyed plate by plate, while taking pleasure in the light of good food and good company.
Read MoreEvery year Woodfood Reserve, one of the oldest and smallest bourbon distilleries in Kentucky, releases a commemorative bottle, featuring exquisite artwork to honor the Kentucky Derby, and this year’s might be my veryyyy favorite! ( not sponsored all though they would be a dream client to work with)
Wine, bread, olives, French charcuterie from FABRIQUE DÉLICES, fruit and a little pique-nique under the sky ...
It’s National Picnic Day and I hope to encourage everyone to pack up their lunch and take it outdoors.
Copying the French lifestyle has become my complete joie de vivre. Staying true to their carefree way of living, Parisians take the fuss-free route with their picnics. I wanted to concentrate on grabbing high-quality food and having a low-key tête-à-tête, the true Parisian way.
This is the ultimate make at home Monte Cristo Sandwich – with ham and cheese in a sandwich that is cooked French toast style. If desired, serve with powdered sugar and raspberry jam. It’s a sweet and savory combo that will convert even a skeptic! It’s traditionally made with turkey too but I am not a fan of turkey so I leave that out!
Read MoreImagine traveling to another country without even leaving your couch. The smell of a handmade lavender wand and the wonderful honey lavender aroma of a beautiful rich hand cream. This dream can indeed come true my Francophiles! My Beautiful French Collection Box is created by French lifestyle blogger, Annette Charlton of A French Collection. Living part time in France for the last ten years Annette hand picks authentic French artisan and quality French inspired items to create luxury French gift boxes. And my Francophile heart simply is just in awe of everything Annette does!
Read MoreBecoming more intentional with my alone time is a huge goal of mine in April! (How is it April already BTW?) I am really needing to shift my focus to using my alone time more productively. Each week it looks different—whether it’s meditation or yoga or even just. warm intentional mindful bath or a nap. Anything where I can truly recharge and come back refreshed……
Taking a holistic approach to restoring our spaces, minds, bodies, and hearts in small but powerful ways is so important! I am currently dealing with major obstacles with my health and really just want to hold space for myself. I want this season to bloom a healthier and happier me.
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Day 1 to 3: purifying serums with mint extract that purify and cleanse the skin to eliminate imperfections due to the hormonal peak at the start of menstruation.
Day 4 to 6: Soothing serums with jasmine extract that soothe, comfort and nourish skin sensitized by stress hormone fluctuations during periods.
